It's Your Education, Make an Informed Choice.

An education doctorate in counseling psychology is traditionally a four to five year learning track intended to follow a bachelor and then master degree. This upper level doctorate, often abbreviated EdD, focuses on human behavioral studies and counseling theories. The degree could be used in both education and health fields, although in both cases additional licensure might be required as mandated by state regulations (for the U.S.). A graduate student’s comprehension of the scientific exploration provided in the coursework for this degree is commonly expected to be proven by way of final dissertation, as with many doctoral degrees.

One career path that might be explored by recent counselor education and supervision grads is in a professional business setting. As administrators, supervisors and professional training leaders, graduates might use their education and supervision background to effectively teach and lead others in the workplace. Another primary route for EdD graduates is the education sector. Some use their degree to go on to be teachers and even collegiate professors, teaching counseling, supervision and psychology courses. Others may use the degree in education, but not as educators. Rather, they might find work as a counselor for young children in an elementary school. Or, perhaps they’ll seek careers as a guidance admissions specialist for a college. There are many different applications that could be pursued with this EdD, and determining which might be the best for you is a simple introspective look at your interests and your options.

Example Courses

• Ethics in Counselor Education and Supervisions
• Advanced Counseling Practicum
• Diagnosis and Treatment Planningg

Potential Industries

• Education
• Mental Health
• Private Practice

Colleges Offering Degree

• University of Montana
• Capella University
• Argosy University